Foreign Affairs Ministry providing consular support to detained Asante Akyem North MP – Ablakwa

“In addition, during a courtesy call on me by the Dutch Minister for Justice and Security, His Excellency David van Weel, on 21st July 2026, I raised the matter with him and the Dutch Minister for Justice and Security assured that the Dutch government is committed to due process and will ensure that the rights of the Honourable Member of Parliament are protected,” he stated.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, July 27, Mr Ablakwa said Ghana's mission in The Hague has been actively engaging Dutch authorities, the MP's family and his legal team to ensure that his rights are protected throughout the legal proceedings.

Mr Ablakwa said the government remains committed to ensuring that the MP receives all the necessary consular support as he contests the extradition proceedings against him.